PATHWAY AVID

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Pathway AVID (patent pending) is a unique articulating vertebral interbody device (AVID) that provides optimal structural support while enhancing spinal fusion.  The device includes three intra-linked PEEK® cages, which are inserted using a standard transforaminal approach.  Once inside the disc space, each segment is sequentially articulated providing better placement control with a large footprint to increase structural support.   

Features and Benefits

Pathway AVID features:

» Improved Implantation Control:  The intra-linked articulating cages reduce the need to redirect the implant as seen on standard interbodies

» Reduces Implant Manipulation:  In the fully articulated position, AVID follows the natural curvature of the anterior disc space reducing the need to manipulate the implant into the optimal location within the disc space

» Optimal Placement:  AVID self-centers during deployment to provide optimal placement in the disc space

» Large Footprint:  In the non-articulated position, AVID measures 50 mm in length, almost double a standard TLIF spacer at 27mm

» Increased Support:  The large footprint increases the support for the spine while reducing the risk of subsidence

» Greater Load Distribution:  The large footprint and symmetric design provides greater load distribution

» Enhanced Fusion Support:  AVID’s large footprint and graft containment window allow approximately 50% more auto graft than traditional TLIF devices

» Easy to Insert:  The bullet shaped nose facilitates ease of insertion into the disc space.


Indications for Use:

Pathway AVID Intervertebral body fusion device is intended for spinal fusion procedures at one or two contiguous levels (L2-S1) in skeletally mature patients with the following conditions:

• Degenerative Disc Disease (defined as back pain of discogenic origin with degeneration of the disc confirmed by history and radiographic studies)
  
• Spondylolisthesis
  
• Previous non-fusion spinal surgery